Xabi Alonso went after Thibaut Courtois after what happened in Girona: 'These two are a couple of a...'

The match played last night at Montilivi between Girona and Real Madrid left a bitter taste in the white locker room. After the victory in the Champions League against Olympiacos, which many interpreted as a turning point, Xabi Alonso's team once again showed a worrying disconnect. The lack of collective confidence, the absence of clear mechanisms, and the lack of coordination in the attacking phase were repeated once again, confirming that the whites remain trapped in a deep hole.

With yesterday's draw, Xabi Alonso's team has now gone three consecutive matchdays without a win in LaLiga, a record that has allowed FC Barcelona to reclaim the lead. The team's image isn't helping either: there is anxiety, doubts in ball circulation, and little chemistry among the main attacking figures. The situation could be even more dramatic if it weren't for Thibaut Courtois, who is keeping the team afloat match after match.

The Belgian was once again the most decisive player for Real Madrid. Thibaut Courtois made a prodigious save against Vanat that prevented an even greater debacle, confirming that he is, as of today, Xabi Alonso's great lifesaver. The coach is well aware that his rebuilding must start from the back, prioritizing keeping a clean sheet as the foundation for any collective improvement.

Xabi Alonso went after Thibaut Courtois after Girona: "These two are monsters..."

Yesterday Real Madrid ended up conceding a goal, but Xabi Alonso left Montilivi filled with hope after what he saw from Thibaut Courtois, Éder Militao, and Antonio Rüdiger. The performance of the center-back duo was simply spectacular. Militao dominated every individual duel with the physical superiority that characterizes him, while Rüdiger imposed his authority in every defensive action.

Next to them, both Huijsen and Asencio still seem far from the level Real Madrid demands, and Xabi Alonso is aware of it. That's why, at the end of the match, he sought out Thibaut Courtois to send him a strong message. According to internal sources, the coach approached the Belgian and said quietly: "These two are monsters in defense; if we're more accurate up front, we'll win many matches."

With that phrase, Xabi Alonso wanted to convey calm to his goalkeeper and reinforce the idea that, with Éder Militao and Antonio Rüdiger healthy, the defensive structure is more than guaranteed. Thibaut Courtois knows it: when all three are at their best, Real Madrid becomes a fearsome team and very difficult to overcome.

From now on, Real Madrid's objective will be twofold: to secure their goal and regain attacking efficiency. Xabi Alonso needs Mbappé, Bellingham, and Vinícius to reconnect and create advantages more fluently. If that happens, the team will be able to return to winning ways and dispel the growing concern that is felt around the white camp.